Inspiration
Cartagena & Coffee Region
Dive into Cartagena's colorful streets, amazing sunsets & vibrant Caribbean culture. Indulge in world class coffee, lush landscapes and the unique cultural encounters in the coffee region.
GET TO KNOW COLOMBIA
Colombia is South America’s second most populated country and it is home to an astonishing 10% of the world’s biodiversity. Fans of history and culture will enjoy Bogota’s many museums but will be truly impressed by the mysterious archaeological sites such as Tierradentro, San Agustín and Lost City, an ancient city hidden in dense jungle atop the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, a six-day hike from the nearest town. Medellin is a city reborn: art, tourism and an impressive new cable car network have helped reverse the fortunes of this rambling metropolis, which, in 2013, was voted the world’s most innovative city. The Amazon basin covers almost one-third of Colombia's territory, and few experiences can beat an excursion into this vast jungle. Colombia has enjoyed over five years of stable peace and is quickly becoming a booming country for its natural and cultural beauty. Don’t let the media fool you — Colombia is amazing!
Best time to travel
Year round, but December through March and July through August are the driest months. The main differences of note are in the highlands, where nights become chilly in areas of higher altitude. The lowlands enjoy a tropical climate year-round with little temperature variation, though more frequent rain showers will be noticeable in the wetter months of April to June and again in October and November. Peak season: December – February and semana santa (easter) Amazon: Uniformly wet all year.
Amount of time to spend
7 to 21 days
Highlights
Delve into & taste world class coffee at Colombian Coffee Triangle farm
Wander around mythical & romantic Cartagena de Indias
Hike the surreal wax palm covered Cocora Valley
Cartagena & Coffee Region
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DAY 1
ARRIVE AND DISCOVER CARTAGENA
After your arrival in Cartagena, you will head on to explore its ancient walled city built in the 16th century by the Caribbean Sea. Feel its magic and charm as you discover the local architecture and deep-rooted culture while tasting exotic street food.
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DAY 2
EXPLORE BAZURTO MARKET AND CARIBBEAN COOKING CLASS
Stroll around colorful and labyrinthine Bazurto Market as you savor the rich mixture of African, Spanish and Indigenous cuisine found in Colombian gastronomy. You will then visit a local home where you will learn to cook traditional mouth-watering meals.
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DAY 3
ISLAS DEL ROSARIO
Hop on a private boat to explore magical archipielago of Rosario. Dive into the crystalline waters of the Caribbean Sea for swimming, Scuba, snorkeling or subwing! Stop for lunch at a surprise spot and soak in the island vibes as you discover the magnificent ecosystem around.
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DAY 4
LEISURE DAY
Bask in the beauty & tranquility of your accommodations and enjoy a sunset wander through the local plazas and along the historic wall. Shop for arts and crafts and make sure to check out our Colombia curated restaurants list to pick from the best spots in town to dine in.
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DAY 5
COFFEE REGION
Land in the lush green Eje Cafetero to immerse yourself into the fascinating coffee making process at a family owned and run finca. Share lunch with local farmers and learn about autochthonous flora & fruits. Soak up the views of the incredible landscapes on the way to your stunning accommodations.
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DAY 6
COCORA VALLEY & ANDEAN VILLAGES
Explore arts and crafts from tiny colonial Andean villages before heading on to a hike amidst sky-high wax palm trees and surreal cloud forests. Delight yourself with typical rural cuisine having lunch at the greatest spot in the valley.
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DAY 7
RELAXATION DAY
Enjoy your peaceful accommodations, lounge by the pool, walk the beautiful property or simply relax.
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DAY 8
LUNCH WITH AVID ORCHID COLLECTORS & DEPART
Colombia has the largest biodiversity of orchids in the world! You will visit passionate collectors and appreciate more than 1/3 of all the species on earth. Enjoy lunch at their eclectic home and then head to the airport for your flight back home.
